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Only 1 in 4 Indians Have Access to Stroke-Ready Hospitals Amid 1.5 Million Annual Cases

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Only 1 in 4 Indians Have Access to Stroke-Ready Hospitals Amid 1.5 Million Annual Cases

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  • Only 25% of India’s population has access to stroke-ready hospitals, according to a recent study.
  • India reports approximately 1.5 million stroke cases annually, primarily due to blood clots in the brain.
  • The study indicates a total of 566 IVT capable stroke centres across the country, with 361 also capable of EVT.
  • Most facilities are located in southern states, highlighting a regional disparity in healthcare access.
  • Researchers found that just 26% and 21% of the population live within an hour's drive to IVT and EVT centres, respectively.

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